Drawing instrument parts trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in drawing instrument parts was worth $127.8 million in 2024, about 7.8 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 3% since 2017, and up 12% on 2023.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
World trade by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $127.8M | 7.8K t |
| 2023 | $114.2M | 8.2K t |
| 2022 | $127.9M | 7.8K t |
| 2021 | $129.8M | 8.4K t |
| 2020 | $112.2M | 4.3K t |
| 2019 | $120.9M | 5.6K t |
| 2018 | $141.9M | 5.6K t |
| 2017 | $123.7M | 5.8K t |
Top drawing instrument parts exporting countries
Exports are led by China (28%), Saudi Arabia (13%) and Japan (13%). 116 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 53%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $35.5M | 28% |
| Saudi Arabia | $16.5M | 13% |
| Japan | $16.1M | 13% |
| Germany | $12.5M | 9.8% |
| Switzerland | $5.8M | 4.5% |
| United States | $5.6M | 4.4% |
| Vietnam | $5.6M | 4.4% |
| Taiwan | $3.7M | 2.9% |
| Thailand | $2.7M | 2.1% |
| Netherlands | $2.3M | 1.8% |
| United Kingdom | $2.2M | 1.7% |
| Italy | $2.1M | 1.7% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are China (28%), Vietnam (9%) and Japan (7%). 183 countries imported it, and the top three take 44% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $35.4M | 28% |
| Vietnam | $11.8M | 9.2% |
| Japan | $8.5M | 6.6% |
| Germany | $7.3M | 5.7% |
| United States | $6.1M | 4.8% |
| Thailand | $3.5M | 2.7% |
| Netherlands | $3.1M | 2.4% |
| Mexico | $2.6M | 2% |
| India | $2.3M | 1.8% |
| Czech Republic | $2.3M | 1.8% |
| France | $2.3M | 1.8% |
| United Kingdom | $2.2M | 1.7% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $16.31 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Switzerland averaged $287.74 per kg and Vietnam $4.36 per kg, so grade and origin matter.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments worldwide. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 9017.90: Drawing, marking-out equipment and mathematical instruments: parts and accessories. HS 9017 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most drawing instrument parts?
China exported $35.5 million in 2024, 28% of the world total, followed by Saudi Arabia (13%) and Japan (13%). In all, 116 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most drawing instrument parts?
China imported $35.4 million in 2024, 28% of world imports, ahead of Vietnam (9%) and Japan (7%). The top three importers together take 44%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in drawing instrument parts?
It was worth $127.8 million in 2024, about 7.8 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 3% since 2017. The peak year was 2018 at $141.9 million. 116 countries reported exports and 183 reported imports.
What is the average price of drawing instrument parts per kg?
The world average declared value was about $16.31 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Switzerland averaged $287.74 per kg and Vietnam $4.36 per kg, so grade and origin matter. The average mixes every grade and size, so use it as a market reference rather than an offer.
What is the HS code for drawing instrument parts?
The HS code for drawing instrument parts is subheading 9017.90, in chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 9017 page.
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